THOMASVILLE, Ga. – The Thomas University Men's basketball is set to host its SUN Conference opener Thursday as the Night Hawks begin its slate with RV Keiser University.
 
After a pair of close wins, TU (3-2) stumbled in its home opener Monday, falling to Brewton-Parker 70-55.  Despite the setback, Junior Guard Justin Figueroa put 16 points on the board, as Senior Guard Toriano Lewis hit five 3-Ptrs. to tally 15 points.  The Night Hawks come off eight overall made 3-Ptrs., the second-highest total of the season.  
 
RV Keiser (1-0) heads into Thursday's conference opener with a lot of confidence after handling Voorhees College 79-66.  Reigning SUN Player of the Week Shaquille Harris came off a season-ending injury from last year to post 23 points, shooting 9-for-11 paired with eight boards.
 
While Keiser leads the overall series 12-5 over the Night Hawks, the defending SUN tournament champions were nearly swept by Thomas last season, as only a technical at the end of the game denied the Green & White two wins over the Seahawks.
 
Tipoff at TU Gymnasium is slated for 7:30 p.m.  Angelo Pontello and Nick Pope will have the call of the contest.  Fans can follow the live action by accessing the links below:
 
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